Oct 21, 2019 | ACTIVITIES
Recently, members of the Scot Memorial Congregation Hobart were reminded that they are part of a worldwide church when they shared a combined service with friends at the Northstead Methodist Church, Scarborough, UK. Thanks to modern technology (Zoom) the two...
Oct 21, 2019 | EXPERIENCING FAITH
In the recent film “Yesterday”, Jack Malik is a struggling singer-songwriter in a small town in England. One night, there is a massive (but brief) global power outage. In the darkness, Jack is involved in an accident while riding his bicycle, an accident which results...
Oct 21, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax collector praying at the temple is a powerful passage. How do we address the longing in our hearts to be accepted and approved? We can find ways to cover over this emptiness with external behaviours, good deeds, acceptable or...
Oct 14, 2019 | EXPLORING THE BIBLE
The Parable of the Persistent Widow (Luke 18:1-6) provides an opportunity for us to reflect on God’s heart for justice. Who in the world is crying for justice? Are we willing to listen and join into prayer and non-violent action? The passage prior to this...
